Stingray Barb

Stingray Barb from Florida.

6 million years old.

Stingrays first evolved during the Late Jurassic period (161 – 143 million years ago) and diversified over the course of the Cretaceous (145 – 66 million years ago).

The venomous barb, or stinger, is located on the underside of the tail and is used as a weapon when the animal is threatened.

2.5 x 0.7cm approx